Define your personality in five words “The sum total of an individual’s characteristics which makes him unique” (Hollander, 1971).

“Personality is the more or less stable and enduring organisation of a person’s character, temperament, intellect and physique which determines the unique adjustment to the environment” (Eysenck, 1978).

• Research into sports personality has been around since the 1800’s.There are a number of theories and approaches that have been suggested to explain personality Objective 1

and how it can influence sport Marten's Schematic View the Psychodynamic TheoryTrait TheorySituational ApproachInteractional ApproachActivity 2 In pairs can you describe how the model reflects personality ? In this view, personality is seen as having three different levels that are related to each other Psychological coreTypical responses Role-related behavior The 'real you'Personality comes from within you Constant do not tend to change The usual ways that you respond to the world around you, or different situations you may find yourself in.These are your typical responses to situations. good indicator to your psychological core Determined by the circumstances you find yourself inMost changeable aspect of personality. Personality changes as your perception of your environment changes Personality determined by the environment Key termsPsychological Core- the part of you that contains your beliefs, values, attitudes and interests Typical Responses- the usual way that you respond to situationRole related behavior- behaviour determined by the circumstances you find your self in Activity 3 Activity 4 Formative assessment Group 1 - Psychodynamic theory Group 2- Trait theory Group3- Situational Approach Group4- Interactional Approach You are to research and analyse the theory on personality given to you.

Prepare a document which explains how your theory can have an effect on sports performance.

This will then be colleted for everyone in the class (9 copies must be printed)